HB 535 Aims to Restrict Automatic Gratuities and Allow Opt-Outs for Diners and Get Tips Where They Belong
Fla. News Network — A controversial practice in Florida’s dining scene—automatic service fees and tips added to bills without customer consent—could face new restrictions under a proposed amendment to state law. The law seeks to overhaul how restaurants apply gratuities and service charges, reigniting debates over wage fairness, consumer rights, and the financial pressures facing the hospitality industry.…